The annual ‘colour of the year’ announcements are always eagerly awaited by those who follow interior trends. The first to stick its head above the parapet and make an announcement this year is paint specialist Dulux. Its Colour of the Year 2025 is True Joy.
Yes! If you need to move for personal reasons—whether it’s relocating, downsizing, or expanding your family—now could be a good time. While your home is a major financial asset, your personal situation should guide your decision.
How to Flood-Proof Your Home
It’s impossible to fully flood-proof your home, but there are plenty of ways to reduce the damage. Whether you're preparing for a flood warning or repairing after a flood, here are some useful tips.
More rain, less daylight, kids back to school? It can only mean one thing. Autumn is here. September usually marks the start of a peak in the property calendar and 2024 proved no different.
The Renters' Rights Bill 2024 introduces significant reforms to the private rental sector, aimed at enhancing tenants’ security, rights, and living conditions. As a landlord, it’s essential to understand how these changes will affect your properties and management practices. Here’s a summary of the bill’s key elements:
There have been multiple surveys of prospective buyers, asking them what would put them off buying a property, and one thing crops up time and time again – clutter.
When a property is listed for rent, there is currently no shortage of tenants vying to hopefully secure the home. The demand has been quantified by Rightmove, who says the number of enquiries each available rental property is receiving is 17.
What Are Solar Windows?
Solar windows enable buildings to convert sunlight into free, renewable electricity while still allowing light to pass through like conventional windows. They function similarly to solar panels, using solar energy to generate electricity, but without the need for large panels on the roof or walls.
One of the most exciting aspects about moving home is starting afresh with your interior design. A new property is a blank canvas, with the chance to express yourself in line with personal tastes or the latest home fashions.
Many people have been away or enjoying some semblance of the British summer. Despite the departure from the hectic 9-5, August hasn’t been a quiet time in property. There are a variety of facts and stats to digest, starting with how a recent base rate reduction affected the housing market.
There are very few instances where you’ll need a five- or even six-figure sum to proceed with your plans but buying a property is one of them. It’s not the amount you can usually find down the back of the sofa so what are the options if you need to lay your hands on a substantial amount of cash quickly?
With energy costs set to rise sharply on October 1, staying warm without relying heavily on heating will be crucial for many households. According to the energy regulator, Ofgem, the price suppliers can charge for gas will increase from 5.48p per kWh to 6.24p per kWh, and electricity costs will rise from 22.36p per kWh to 24.50p per kWh. Here are some effective tips and hints to help you stay warm this winter without turning on the heating
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